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Went to the dr on monday and was told i have bronchitis. 4 days on cortisone and antibiotics and i am worse, still fever and tight chest. what now?
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Chest X ray: Sometimes Bronchitis turns into pneumonia. I would get a Chest X ray by making a follow up appointment with your doctor. After that your meds can be readjusted to make you feel better based on more information about the course of your illness. Hope you feel better soon.
Answered 8/18/2017
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Needs follow up: Follow up with your treating doctor if you are feeling worse.You may need a chest X-ray to rule out Pneumonia.
Answered 8/19/2017
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